Lake Bohinj offers welcome refreshment on hot summer days. As swimming takes place in a natural environment, swimmers are responsible for their own safety and should check the conditions at their chosen location before entering the water. The bathing season at lakes and rivers runs from 15 June to 31 August. During this period, the Slovenian Environment Agency (ARSO) monitors water quality at designated bathing water areas every 14 days. The national monitoring programme includes observations on site, measurements and microbiological laboratory analyses. No deviations have been detected in bathing water analyses to date.
The latest analysis results are available at: ARSO – Bathing Waters.
Be aware of changes in the water
Changes may occur in natural waters during periods of high temperatures, prolonged dry weather, lower water levels or following heavy rainfall. Algae, floating mats, foam, changes in water colour or organic material may become visible in certain areas along the shore. Due to high temperatures and dry conditions, floating mats have also been observed in some parts of Lake Bohinj. If you notice accumulations of algae or other material, unusually coloured water, foam, an unpleasant smell or a warning sign in or near the water, avoid the affected area and choose another place to enter the water.
Advice for safe swimming
- Check the appearance of the water and avoid places with visible floating mats, impurities, unusual colouring or a strong smell.
- Enter the water gradually, especially when your body is overheated.
- Do not jump into murky water or in places where you do not know the depth.
- Avoid swallowing water while swimming.
- Never leave children unattended in or near the water.
- Consider your swimming ability and do not swim further from the shore than is safe for you.
- Follow official notices and the recommendations of the competent authorities.
Take extra care with children and dogs
- Bring enough fresh drinking water with you. Do not allow children or dogs to drink water from the lake.
- Do not allow children or dogs to enter the water in places where floating mats, algae, foam or changes in water colour are visible.
- Do not allow dogs to lick or eat algae, algae-covered stones or organic material along the shore.
- If possible, rinse your dog with clean water after swimming.
- Monitor children and animals after contact with the water. If any health problems occur, consult a doctor or veterinarian as soon as possible.
Important
- Dogs are not permitted to swim within the designated bathing water areas in Fužina Bay and Ukanc.
- Outside the designated bathing water areas, dogs may enter the water only in accordance with the applicable rules, warning signs and conditions at the location.
- Please also note that, in accordance with the relevant municipal ordinance and the Triglav National Park Act, dogs must be kept on a lead at all times.
Follow warnings at the location
- If warning signs or temporary restrictions are in place at a particular location, please follow them at all times.
- These warnings are intended to protect visitors and animals and to help preserve the sensitive natural environment.
Additional information
- Latest water quality information: ARSO Bathing Water Map
- Further recommendations: Safe Swimming in Surface Waters – National Institute of Public Health
